Marlins secure first series win in three weeks behind Alcantara's record start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 2:17 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Miami Marlins defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 1-0 at loanDepot park on July 28, marking their first series victory since sweeping the Seattle Mariners on July 8. Kyle Stowers' solo home run in the first inning provided the only offense needed. Sandy Alcantara pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing four hits and setting a franchise record with his 111th career quality start. The Marlins are now at the.500 mark with a 54-54 record. They aim for a three-game sweep against the Phillies on July 29, with Ryan Gusto starting against Jesús Luzardo.
- •Stowers hit a solo home run to secure the win.
- •Alcantara recorded a franchise-best 111th quality start.
- •Marlins improve to 54-54 on the season.
- •Miami had ended a 12-game losing streak before this series.
- •Marlins face the Phillies again on July 29.
- 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — Alcantara Makes History, Marlins Earn First Series Win in 20 Days
"Early power hitting at loanDepot park propelled Miami past the Phillies, ending a nearly three-week drought to secure their first series victory since early July’s sweep of Seattle.
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